Enjoy the outdoor pool, terrace, and garden Convenience and Services Wireless internet access, concierge services, and barbecue grills Featured Amenities Kitchenettes, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers
Book your stay at Motu Beachfront Art Villas and experience the perfect blend of relaxation and convenience in Rarotonga.
✦HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS
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Beautiful location
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Friendly staff
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Fabulous villas
At the hotel
Popular amenities
69 listed
24-hour front desk
Accessible airport shuttle
Accessible shuttle
Beach sun loungers
Beach towels
Bicycle parking available
Boat tours nearby
Books
Composting
Comprehensive recycling policy
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Pools & wellness
Pool sun loungers
Pool umbrellas
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Dining & drinks
Reusable tableware only
Fitness & outdoors
Free airport transportation
Free use of nearby fitness center
Garden
Golfing nearby
Grey water recycling system
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Outdoor furniture
Recycling
Terrace
Water sports equipment
Safety & cleanliness
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Multilingual staff
Smoke-free property
Getting around & access
Free self parking
No accessible airport shuttle
No accessible shuttle
Wheelchair accessible
Guest services
Concierge service
Ecotours nearby
Express check-in/check-out
Express check-out
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Luggage storage
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Tours/ticket assistance
Services & essentials
Double-glazing on all windows
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electric car charging station
Energy-saving switches
Fishing nearby
Free bicycles on site
Free newspapers in lobby
Games
Grocery/convenience store
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
LED light bulbs
Library
Mountain biking nearby
No single-use plastic soda bottles
No single-use plastic stirrers
No single-use plastic straws
No single-use plastic water bottles
Porter/bellhop
Reusable cups only
Sailing nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Showcase for local artists
Snorkeling on site
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Sustainability/community reinvestment (10% revenue or more)
Swimming nearby
Video library
Walkway to water
Review in focus
78 reviews
10/ 10
A fabulous play to stay. Beautiful villas, stunning location and a short walk to some great restaurants. Staff are friendly and helpful and we loved the breakfast supplies, newspapers and pastries. Looking forward to going back.
Nicola · 2025-08-28
The guest experience
9.8out of 10 78 verified reviews
Loved most
Beautiful location
Friendly staff
Fabulous villas
Great breakfast
How guests scored the stay
Service10.0
Staff are friendly and helpful.
Location10.0
Beautiful villas, stunning location and a short walk to some great restaurants.
Overall Experience10.0
Amazing stay, highly recommended.
Cleanliness9.7
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality9.7
Villas described as fabulous.
Amenities9.7
Loved the breakfast supplies, newspapers and pastries.
Food and Beverage9.7
Pleasant breakfast options.
Value for Money9.4
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Live guest feedback
Guest reviews
Remarkably consistent
100% of 20 recent stays rated 8+
9.878 reviews
Guest review
10/10
Nicola · 2025-08-28
“A fabulous play to stay. Beautiful villas, stunning location and a short walk to some great restaurants. Staff are friendly and helpful and we loved the breakfast supplies, newspapers and pastries. Looking forward to going back.”
Guest review
10/10
Kirstin · partner · 2025-08-25
“We had an amazing stay at Motu and would highly recommend staying there! The outlook and views are amazing and we had everything we needed for a very enjoyable stay. The staff were fantastic and the personal touches were much appreciated.”
Guest review
10/10
Michael · partner · 2025-05-19
“Fantastic location , great beach and wonderful amenities / staff.”
Guest review
10/10
Denise · partner · 2025-04-14
“We loved everything at Motu. It was small and intimate. Adults only. Very private. Immaculately clean villas and the whole property. Wonderful hospitality, with thoughtful surprise extras. Great locality to shopping and nearby restaurants. Fabulous, friendly, helpful staff. ”
Guest review
10/10
Scott · partner · 2025-02-21
“We made a last minute decision to spend a few days in Rarotonga on our way to New Zealand. Motu Beachfront Villas turned it into one of the best vacation decisions ever. The property is immaculate and our villa gorgeous. We were met by the lovely Mii who immediately made us feel welcome. We were so appreciative of our upgraded villa complete with everything we needed - even snorkel equipment and food in the fridge. Mii even took us to the grocery to get the rest of the things we needed. There are several restaurants in walking distance and a car rental right next door should you need it.
The beach at Motu is beautiful with great snorkeling, kayaks are available as well, even a clear kayak if you're not a snorkeler. The pool and bar area are wonderful, too. We were sad we could not have stayed longer. We met another couple who were spending a month at Motu and we could easily see why. Motu is a slice of paradise and Mii a warm and beautiful hostess.”
Guest review
10/10
Jody · partner · 2025-02-18
“The location was magic, staff were super friendly and helpful, loved the idea of the honesty bar”
Amazing in every way!
10/10
April · 2024-12-30
“We had the pleasure of spending just over a week at Motu and we already cannot wait to come back! Everything was amazing from the villa, to the view, and all of the staff (especially Queen Kiki the resort cat). :) ”
Exceptional Experience!
10/10
James · 2024-11-17
“We left Motu Beach a few days ago - the service, cleanliness, location and ambiance and airport transfers are outstanding. They added some very special touches at no extra charge for my girlfriend’s birthday!
I’ve traveled for a living for 30 years and stayed in thousands of hotels. This is one of the best.
I misplaced my car keys on the property and Mii was incredibly diligent in helping us find them. Turns out I left them in the refrigerator!!!
Last Monday Polynesian car rental opened a new location next door to Motu Art Villas - I was its first customer!
Book your free airport transfers through Motu and rent your car next door at Polynesian for 20% off - too easy!
Great location for swimming, snorkeling, walking. New grocery store + gas station to open across the street soon!
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Guest review
10/10
Leonie · 2024-11-06
“We always enjoy our stay at Motu Villas. Friendly and helpful team who look after the guests, great surroundings on a wonderful island, what's not to love.”
Guest review
10/10
Katherine · partner · 2024-10-30
“Not only is the spot one of the most beautiful I’ve ever seen but there is so much thoughtfulness about the accommodations, from snorkeling gear and delicious food supplied on arrival to instantaneous friendly help with restaurants, e-bikes and even finding a way to watch the World Series. Way to go, Tim & Lucile!”
Guest review
10/10
Craig · partner · 2024-09-26
“The Management & staff were wonderful, thoughtful touches with the newspaper delivered each morning & breakfast supplied on Sunday, Our bungalow was absolute beach front and very private, the best holiday by a long shot we have ever had. ”
Guest review
10/10
Suzanne · partner · 2024-09-18
“Loved the privacy, beach and facilities.”
Guest review
10/10
Maurizio · partner · 2024-09-06
“The whole staff was extremely friendly. The room was like a little apartment well furnished. The location was great for snorkelling. We had a great welcoming with fresh fruit and vegetables, vine and beers in the fridge. Any thing to have a self-breakfast was provided. ”
Guest review
10/10
Mairi · partner · 2024-08-30
“Highly recommend Motu Villas. Small place with only 11 villas, it is very peaceful, and an amazing location right on the beach with amazing snorkelling and sea life straight off the beach. All the staff are super friendly. Thanks to Lucile, Tim & Mii, who were happy for a chat any time. Villa was very spacious with separate bedroom, and fully equipped kitchen. We had fresh fruit, bread, eggs, milk, butter, jam & honey on our arrival. We grabbed some supplies in Avarua CITC supermarket and that was our breakfast/lunch sorted for the week. Hired a car for a few days and also got the bus a few times. Walking distance to Little Polynesian, Moana Sands & Charlies for dinner. Borrowed the e-bikes and biked around the island one day (32km) – well worth it. Lovely pool & self-service bar. Will definitely come back here!”
Guest review
10/10
Kim · partner · 2024-08-11
“Motu is my favourite place on the planet. The villas are perfect, and to lay on the sun longer out the front looking at the shy through the palms, then out over the crystal aqua water is absolute bliss. ”
Guest review
10/10
Fay · partner · 2024-07-26
“Absolutely beautiful place to stay! Managers Lucile, Tim and Mii and the rest of the staff were so accommodating and friendly and kept the place looking immaculate at any time of the day. Read the back story of the whole place and could see the love and passion poured in to the place. Would definitely recommend to anyone to stay at Motu.”
Guest review
10/10
Margareta · partner · 2024-07-17
“Beautiful and very relaxing with lovely staff and everything you need.”
Guest review
10/10
Brian · partner · 2024-07-08
“What a property! E-bikes, kayaks, and great snorkeling just steps away from our villa. The service was incredible!”
Guest review
10/10
Cat · partner · 2024-07-06
“Such a wonderful place to stay. Snorkelling on your doorstep is some of the best on the island. The e-bikes were great, we used them almost every day to get around the island. The outlook over the lagoon is beautiful and so relaxing. The staff are super friendly and helpful with lots of generous little touches that just bring this experience up a level. Absolutely can’t fault the place and we’d definitely stay again when we come back to Rarotonga. ”
